Two-Year Schools

Many people continue their higher learning at a two-year college. Known for their flexible schedules and affordability, they offer associate degrees and certificate programs that can set you up for success in various careers, and at times can serve as steppingstones to a bachelor’s degree at a four-year institution.

What Is a Two-Year School?

Most two-year schools are either community colleges or junior colleges. The former are publicly funded and offer a variety of two-year programs, from associate degrees (two-year programs used to gain practical knowledge in fields like nursing or business that require a minimum of 60 academic credits) to vocational training and certifications. The latter can be either public or private and tend to focus more on academics than vocational training — traditionally, to prepare students to complete their studies with a bachelor’s.

Why Choose a Two-Year School?

If you’re looking for a career-oriented education that can set you up for success in various fields, a two-year school might be just what you’re looking for. In addition to offering degrees and certifications that make it easy to find work, they’re also often much more affordable than four-year institutions in terms of tuition and living expenses.

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What Academic Flexibility Does a Two–Year Degree Offer?

Another benefit of two-year colleges is increased flexibility. Many offer part-time, evening and online classes to accommodate people who are juggling jobs, family or other commitments.

What Academic Flexibility Does a Two–Year Degree Offer?

Another benefit of two-year colleges is increased flexibility. Many offer part-time, evening and online classes to accommodate people who are juggling jobs, family or other commitments.

Did You Know?

Some students even start at two-year schools and transfer to four-year schools to finish their studies at a lower cost. Thanks to articulation agreements between certain colleges and universities, students can transfer the credits they’ve earned at their first school over to their second.

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